Natalie's Score: 90/100

Floral, lime blossom, pretty: lots of acidity for food, medium-bodied. This isn't Champagne, but is made using the same methods of production with a second fermentation in the bottle to trap the bubbles, and based on Chardonnay grapes. Pair with fried chicken.

This Chateau De Montgueret Brut Cremant de Loire was reviewed on January 11, 2017 by Natalie MacLean

Intriguing mineral, honeyed, apricot and autolytic notes on the nose. Fine, persistent mousse. Creamy and layered with sweet, honeyed fruit lingering on the finish. A great value alternative to pricier bubbles.

Nice bubbly from the Loire area. Chenin blanc dominant with cab franc and Chardonnay. Nice aromas of croissant and green apple. Great sparkling wine. A little short but at that price... I had it with lucky lime oysters from PEI and it was delicious.